GWU calls for impact assessment of rent reform

The General Workers' Union (GWU) has presented its rent reform proposals to Social Policy Minister John Dalli, urging the government to assess the effect of the reform prior to legislation.

While noting the positive aspects of the government's proposals, the GWU expressed its agreement that such a reform should lead to easing the burden on couples buying a home.

On the other hand, the union insisted that the state continues to provide social protection and that the government does not abdicate its social responsibilities towards vulnerable sectors of society.

The union also stressed that the revision should not impact negatively those pensioners and families who are unable to pay higher rent.